Julie Farnam: Inside the January 6th Insurrection

Julie Farnam discusses her book, "Domestic Darkness: An Insider's Account of the January 6th Insurrection, and the Future of Right-Wing Extremism" After being named Assistant Director of Intelligence for the Capitol Police just days before the 2020 election. She warned Capitol Police leadership of planning and coordination online which led to the insurrection. Her report sharing that "Congress itself is the target on the 6th." Her warnings were ignored. She recounts the aftermath and the political storm of blame and finger pointing, many aimed at her.

Julie Farnam served in the federal government for nearly two decades. She joined the United States Capitol Police as the Assistant Director of Intelligence in October 2020. In April 2021, she assumed the role of Acting Director of Intelligence and held that position for over a year.

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